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Adsorptive Ability of Banana Stalks Biochar in Greywater Remediation for Reuse: A Case of University of Embu, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2020-02)
The global demand for fresh water resources has been increasing over the years due to population growth, urbanization, industrialization, climate change and the global warming effect. The available water resources have ...
Economics of the System of Rice Intensification on Productivity of Rice among Smallholder Farmers of Mwea Irrigation Scheme, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2020-11)
Rice farming has received considerable attention in developing countries and particularly
in Kenya due to its impact on smallholders’ income and food security. Irrigated rice is the
largest consumer of water and its ...
Drought prevalence in the horn of Africa and its implications on forest cover: a Case Study of Somalia
(University of Embu, 2020-11)
Somalia is one of the most drought prone countries in Africa. Drought is the country’s costliest natural disaster. The impact of drought events on the economy, on people`s livelihoods and on lives has grown. Drought events ...
Bioprospecting for Cyanophages with Biocontrol Potential against Toxin Producing Cyanobacteria in Lake Magadi, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2020-11)
Cyanobacteria are a phylum of blue-green algae in the domain bacteria that get their energy from sun light through photosynthesis. In anaerobic environments, photoautotrophic blue green algae derive electrons by reduction ...
The Effect of Procurement Practices on Supply Chain Performance of Selected Public Universities in Kenya
(Academic Research Publishing Group, 2020-11)
In any institution, success is majorly determined by the procurement practices adopted and how well these procurement
practices are implemented. The study sought to establish the effect of procurement practices on supply ...